During East Liberty shared work space Thrill Mill’sThrival Innovation + Music Festival September 12-13 New Sun Rising, an organization that provides support for inspired community leaders so their innovative solutions can go from idea to impact, held its first Ignite MODE, a “day camp” for budding social entrepreneurs to get hands-on, real time mentorship to help shape their project and community.

Ron was among the mentors helping to shape ideas for inclusive entrepreneurship, a nonprofit volunteer time bank, a skateboarding school and youth leadership program, locally made fashion, and more, into start-up community based businesses integrating a social mission.

Ignite MODE will be a quarterly event, so if you have an idea that needs some intensive expert advice you can apply soon on Ignite MODE‘s page.